6 WHO’S RESPONSIBLE? Meets deadlinesTHE STUDENTMeets deadlinesReads and understands the catalog and handbookSeeks help from instructors and Running Start advisorPays any fees before deadlineTHE HIGH SCHOOLExplains equivalencies to meet high school graduation requirementsExplains core pattern requirements for university entranceCompletes forecast form with studentTHE COLLEGETests studentProvides Clark College advising/registration assistanceSends grades to high school

7 PARENTS SHOULD KNOW They do not have access to student recordsThis is a college and is an adult environmentNo special allowances are made because of the student’s ageInstructors aren’t required to monitor attendanceParents should NOT contact faculty

9 STEP 1: FORECASTINGSee high school counselor to obtain & complete a forecast form for SpringItem numbers should start with 6 or 7Forecast forms (signed by counselor) due at Clark no later than Wednesday, February 10 by 4:00p.m.Photo ID is requiredDon’t wait until deadlineRunning Start Office, Gaiser Hall, room 216Columbia Tech Center, Feb. 9 and 10, 1 to 5p.m.

10 STEP 2: REGISTRATIONNew spring students register online beginning March 5.Maximum 15 credits first quarterYou may not get your first choice of class or timeHave a back-up plan and enroll in classes that are open

11 ONLINE REGISTRATION Starting at 5:30a.m. on March 5Registration PIN = Most students will use the D.O.B first quarterExample: = Reg. PINReg. PIN # will be verified when you turn in your forecast form-they may varyIf system is busy, continue to tryRegistration issues? Running Start employees will be available at 7a.m. to answer questions

13 FEE WAIVERA student will be considered eligible for a fee waiver if the student is qualified to receive free or reduced- price lunch at their high schoolThe student must bring documentation to the Running Start Office before the first day of the quarter to receive a fee waiver for that quarterNot all fees can be waived

15 CHOOSING CLASSES Start cautiously - read course descriptionCourses must be numbered 100 or higher“&” sign is not an error, but indicates a course which has a common course number at all WA community collegesNote fees, labs & conferencesNote prerequisites (AP scores?)Take foreign language testCourses at WSUV (CCW), CTC or online (ARR)High school semester vs. Clark Quarter

22 HOW MUCH TIME IS IT?For every hour spent in class a student should spend two hours outside of class studying, doing research, writing papers, etc.For example:A student taking 12 credits will usually spend hours in class per week and should allow about 24 additional hours each week for homework.

24 TYPES OF DEGREES See degree info on web pageApplied/ technical-professionalVocational training/job readyNot considered a transfer degreeAA or AS - transferTransfer agreementFreshman and sophomore levelCLARKCOLLEGE

26 A.A. DEGREE STUDENTSShould schedule first quarter classes based on HS requirementsMake an appointment to meet with a RS advisor no earlier than after your first quarterShould apply to more than one universityShould prepare for their specific majorShould still take the ACT or SAT testGenerally will have to declare a major within one quarter at the universityGenerally will be expected to complete a Bachelor’s Degree in two more years

28 DEGREES & CERTIFICATES…WHAT IF I’M NOT SURE?Register for acareer exploration classVisit the Career Center to get the latest information about careersTalk with faculty & advisors about programsyou might be interested inTalk with employers about what kind of skills & education they want you to have

38 BOOK ASSISTANCE Need help paying for books?Qualify for Free or Reduced-Price Lunch?Get proof from H.S.Funding is limited and disbursed on a first come, first serve basis, each quarterOut of funds for spring quarter

40 DISABILITY SUPPORT SERVICESProvide accommodations to students with disabilitiesDocumentation required; start the process NOWCall A.S.A.P.TTY

41 STRUGGLING? See Running Start Advisor immediately! Talk to instructorSeek tutoringDrop class(s) by using a “Change of Registration” form and take to Registration OfficeCollege deadlines are listed in the class scheduleIf you don’t withdraw from the course, your GPA will suffer.Probation/Suspension policy: page 13 in handbook

47 INCLEMENT WEATHER Go to www.clark.edu or call 360-992-2000 firstThe college notifies radio and TV stationsThe college web site and switchboard are the best source of accurate information on school delays and closures.Use “Classes Today” link on website to check for daily cancellations

48 VACATIONS & BREAKSNote: Most school vacations DO NOT match up with Clark’s Winter and Spring breaksLook at college calendar on page 4 of the Running Start Handbook-on the Running Start website

49 DO’S AND DON’TS DO read everything we mail DO contact us if you moveDO pay attention to announcements at your high schoolDO ask for help from instructors or meDO complete a “change form” if you stop attending a class or you will get an FDO read the syllabusDO all of the homeworkDO take college seriouslyDON’T have your parent call to ask a question!DON’T wait for the schedule to be mailed – use the web pageDON’T miss the deadlineDON’T forget to drop classes by the deadlineDON’T plagiarizeDON’T overload yourself with too many creditsDON’T overcommit

50 CLARK/WSU VANCOUVER PARTNERSHIPRS students can take CLARK courses located on the WSUV campusLocation abbreviation is CCWCo-Admission agreementPay for parking

51 COLUMBIA TECH CENTER Opened Fall 2009Will offer courses that meet high school graduation requirementsLocation abbreviation is CTCParking is free

52 CAMPUS TOUR OPTIONAL TOURS OF CAMPUS ARE AVAILABLESIGN-UP AT END OF EVENINGYOU WILL BE CONTACTED BY OR PHONE

53 SPRING QUARTER 2010 Classes begin on Monday, April 5Plan around your high school classes

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